Hearsay exceptions.

Prosecution of Defendant for kidnapping. Defendant denies involvement. During their

investigation, the police questioned Zed. At first, Zed denied having any knowledge

of the crime. After being warned that his lack of cooperation might lead to his being

charged as a principal in the crime, Zed admitted involvement, but claimed his only

role was to develop information about the victims daily routine and to pass it along

to Defendant, who Zed claimed actually captured and held the victim. Zed also told

the police how and where Defendant captured the victim. Zed was killed in an auto

accident before trial. The prosecution offers Zeds statements into evidence.

Defendant objects on hearsay grounds. How should the court rule?